Mary Evelyn Frueh, 71, West Plains, Missouri, passed away at 8:00 p.m., Monday, April 3, 2023, at her home. The family will have a service at a later date. Arrangements under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mildred Lucille Kellum, West Plains, Missouri, entered the Kingdom of Heaven on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at the age of 85.
Lucy is survived and will be lovingly missed by her husband of 71 years, George Parnell (Mike) Kellum; four children, Dianna Sigert and husband, Lee, Willow Springs, Missouri, Danny Kellum and wife, Deborah, Tyler, Texas, Bert Kellum and wife, Lori, Baxter Springs, Kansas and Phyllis Shannahan and husband, Daniel, San Angelo, Texas; and one sister, Carol Jo Marley and husband, Henry, Baxter Springs, Kansas. Lucy cherished her special relationships with her grandchildren, Jubal Sigert, Joshua Sigert, Lindsay Casillas, Ashley Garcia, Joseph Kellum, Nicholas Kellum, Kelsey Kellum, Randi Shannahan and Danika Johnson. She also delighted in eleven great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, five sisters and one grandson, John Paul Shannahan.
On March 7, 1938, Lucy was born to Walker and Mamie (Grizzard) Floyd in Duncan, Oklahoma. With only a 7th grade education, she attended nursing school at New Mexico Junior College in Hobbs, New Mexico and became a Licensed Practical Nurse in 1970. Lucy worked in ICUs at Lea County General Hospital and Eunice Hospital (New Mexico) and served as a school nurse for Eunice schools from 1977 until she retired in 2006. She helped establish the Eunice Health Clinic and served on the board for years. Even in retirement, her service endured: Family, friends, neighbors and strangers depended upon Lucy to nurse everything from skinned knees to broken hearts. Ever devout, Lucy was a member of Eunice First Baptist Church in Eunice, New Mexico and after moving closer to her daughter, Dianna, in West Plains, Missouri, she attended Pomona Christian Church in Pomona, Missouri. She enjoyed softball, bowling, crocheting, square dancing and pickles.
A fierce matriarch, Lucy championed righteous love – “tough love” – speaking truth with unflinching resolve even to the closest to her. Lucy’s community aspired to her blessing. Everyone sought her wise counsel and strived to embody her discipline. Her door was always open to those in need of advice, which she administered over a resolute crochet hook, clothing and comforting as much of the world as she could reach. Hard work was a certainty, but she had a knack for turning work into play. Steadfast in all things, she sacrificed for those she loved, those she knew and those she didn’t.
Lucy’s family mourns the loss of their wife, mom, sister, Granny, Aunt, friend and wisest counselor, but her life is an exhortation for them to succeed her faithfully and preserve her colossal legacy. They vow, like Lucy, to always “leave everything better than you found it.”
Memorial services will be held at a later date in Eunice New Mexico. In lieu of flowers and gifts, donations may be made in memory of Lucy Kellum to: Eunice Health Clinic, Attn: LeAnn Reeves, PO Box 239, Eunice, New Mexico 88231. Please make checks payable to “Eunice Health Clinic.”
Arrangements under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Graveside services for Evelyn Mae Correll, 89, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, April 6, 2023, at Howell Memorial Park Cemetery, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mrs. Correll passed away at 3:25 p.m., Thursday, March 30, 2023, at Ozarks Healthcare.
She was born August 9, 1933, in Howell County, Missouri, to Henry Edward and Mildred Arcelia (Welch) Brewer. On March 6, 1954, she was married at West Plains, Missouri, to Howard Davis Correll, who preceded her in death on March 2, 2022, just a few days shy of their sixty-eighth wedding anniversary. Howard and Evelyn’s beginnings were here in the rural area of Howell County, Missouri, and both graduated from West Plains High School. They lived all over the world, from Jefferson City to Virginia, Alaska, Ethiopia, Kuwait, and Bangladesh, continuing and expanding their travels for vacations and adventures. Evelyn even brought two camel saddles home from a trip to Egypt! One saddle resided with her in her apartment at Cedarhurst and the other is with her granddaughter in New Jersey. After all of their travels throughout the world, Howard and Evelyn discovered that there was no place like the good ol’ U.S. of A!! They retired back here in Missouri. Evelyn was a lover of animals, having four Poodles named Sandy, Boogiesah, KC, and Courtney, and three Yorkshire Terriers called Daisy, Gidget, and Archie. She enjoyed fun and socialization, spending time with friends and family, and talking about her and Howard’s life and adventures.
She is survived by her daughter, and Son in Law Deborah and Richard Honeywell of New Jersey; granddaughter, Holly Honeywell, and her boyfriend, Anthony Khoudary, of New Jersey; sister-in-law, Caroline Warren Durham and her husband, Jim of West Plains; sisters, Edith Little of Springfield, and Elsie Morgan, and her husband David of Springfield; brothers, David Brewer and his wife, Chris of West Plains, Donnie Brewer and his wife Sue of Springfield, and Everett Brewer and his wife, Linda of Springfield; and many nieces and nephews.
Her parents, husband, Howard Correll, brothers Edd Brewer and Earl Brewer, brother-in-law, Carl Little, niece, Vickie Bouzerrara, and nephew, Dennis Brewer, preceded her in death.
Memorial contributions may be made to any charity of choice and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Graveside services for Janet Cawvey, 87, Fair Grove, Missouri, formerly of West Plains, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, April 7, 2023, at State Line Cemetery, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mrs. Cawvey passed away due to natural causes on March 31, 2023 surrounded by family in Fair Grove, Missouri.
Janet Lou was born April 19, 1935 to Milton and Irene Bridgman in Somerset, Kentucky. She had a strong faith and was a member of First General Baptist Church in West Plains prior to moving to Fair Grove in 2020 where she joined Faith Freewill Baptist Church. Janet spent her childhood in Kentucky and Illinois. She met the love of her life, Marshall Cawvey, after moving to Moko, Arkansas in 1951. Marshall was home visiting his family prior to deployment to Korea with the United States Army. They were married on May 22, 1953, just a few weeks after Marshall returned from Korea. Together they provided a loving home to their six children in the Glenwood community. Janet was a doting mother to her kids, always serving as a home room mother and participating in every PTA event that came along. She made sure the kids were always in Sunday School and on their best behavior when out of the house. Her dining room was always open to visiting friends and in later years, she did her best to spoil her grandkids and great-grandkids.
Janet has now reunited in Heaven with Marshall and three of her children, Craig, Sheila, and Marsha.
She leaves behind two daughters, Terri Tomlinson (Brian) and Robin Torretta (Terry); one son, Von (Jan); eight grandchildren; and thirteen great-grandchildren. She also leaves behind Marshall’s sister, Fern Duke, in Michigan.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Thursday, at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. The family is grateful for the loving care provided over the past two years by Ollie Holloway and the support provided by Seasons Hospice over the past few months. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a memorial donation through to Stateline Cemetery or the hospice organization of your choice which may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Joyce Malinda Roberts, 94, West Plains, Missouri, passed away at 4:06 p.m., Thursday, March 30, 2023, at Ozarks Medical Center.
She was born April 12, 1928, at West Plains, Missouri, to Charles and Pearl Wilkerson. Joyce was married to Raymond Roberts, who preceded her in death. She enjoyed quilting, reading, puzzles, gardening, being outdoors and spending time with her dog, Currly.
She is survived by one daughter, Janet Roberts; one grandson, John Roberts; five great-grandchildren, Courtney Snethern, Jessy Snethern, Hope Roberts, Chance Roberts and Faith Roberts; and several nieces and nephews.
Her parents, husband, one son-in-law, John Roberts, one granddaughter, Tammy Snethern, three brothers and four sisters, preceded her in death.
Arrangements under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Funeral services for Jeffrey Alan Thompson, 58, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at Immanuel Lutheran Church, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Thompson passed away at 2:39 a.m., Thursday, March 30, 2023, at CoxHealth in Springfield, Missouri.
He was born September 6, 1964, at Atlanta, Georgia, to George Thompson and Karen Jean Moore. On May 20, 1985, he was married at Heidelberg, Germany, to Christa Stadler. Mr. Thompson was a veteran, having retired from the United States Army. He was proud of his military career and stood firm on the Second Amendment. Mr. Thompson made guitars and loved to build things with his hands. His favorite pastime was camping and fishing. He loved his grandkids very much.
He is survived by his wife, Christa, of the family home; four children, Jens Thompson and wife, Nicole, Carlisle, Pennsylvania, and Dustin Thompson, Daniela Smith, and Aaron Thompson and wife, Latisha, all of West Plains, Missouri; nine grandchildren, Carter Thompson, Evelyn Thompson, Shayla Thompson, Kyla Thompson, Jackson Smith, Regan Smith, Lena Smith, Abigail Smith, and Madelyn Thompson; his parents, George and Linda Thompson; two sisters, Gail Smith and husband, Richard, and Teresa Ward and husband, Jeff; one uncle, Ron Thompson and wife, Pam; one aunt, Patty Harris; and numerous nieces and nephews.
His mother, Karen Thompson, maternal grandparents, Howard and Letha Moore, paternal grandparents, Galen and Verna Thompson-Hoffman, sister, Jill Felles, nephew, Ron Smith, uncles, Mike Thompson, Gary Thompson, and Ken Thompson, and several others, preceded him in death.
Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be at Howell Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Blinded Veterans Association or Disabled American Veterans and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Young Moo Kang, M.D., passed away peacefully in his hometown of West Plains, Missouri, on March 21, 2023.
Young Kang was born on Oct. 16, 1937 in a rural area just outside of Seoul, South Korea. His mother, an organist for the Korean Methodist Church, brought him to the Christian faith at an early age, and his belief in God never wavered.Young dreamed of becoming a physician, and he eventually graduated from Seoul National University School of Medicine in 1962. After three years of service as a physician in the South Korean armed forces, he immigrated to the United States for medical residency training.
Dr. Kang quickly fell in love with his new country, and America’s values soon became his own. Only thirteen years of agewhen the Korean War started, he had seen firsthand the dangers of communism. He was deeply grateful for American sacrifices for South Korean freedom and democracy. He eventually became aproud U.S. citizen in 1976, confirming what he already knew in his heart: that he was American. Followingresidency training in New York and St. Louis, Young moved to West Plains and established the family practice that he devoted himself to for forty years. He had always appreciated classical and sacred music, so Young loved to play the organ when not taking care of patients. But his life truly began when he met Soon Kim. He had finally foundsomeone to sing with and to love. They were married at First United Methodist Church of West Plains in 1978. The subsequent birth of sons David and Stephen made his life complete.
Young had two primary purposes in his life: family and medicine. He loved being a father and raising his two sons. Heseemed to always have his faithful camcorder, ready to document their every move. The best part of his day was taking David and Stephen to the local Ramada Inn for a coffee and Sprite. He cherished taking his family on fishing trips to Tecumseh or Rock Bridge.Family canoe trips from Twin Bridges to Hammonds Mill were especially delightful for him.Young was a “country boy” at heart,and in the Ozarks had found his true home.A member of First United Methodist Church,Young enjoyed singing with Soon in the Chancel Choir, and often practiced at home with recordings to make sure he had each note just right.
As a family doctor, it was his true honor to serve the West Plains community for forty years. Sick patients could call him at home, and he would go into the office to help them at all hours of the night. He was always on call, so never took a vacation longer than a weekend in his career.But a quick getaway to Springfield or Branson with coverage from a gracious physician colleague was all he needed to make him happy, as long ashe was with family. Caring for others, whether family members or patients, brought him joy throughout his entire life.
He is survived by wife Soon; children David and Kathryn Kang, and Stephen Kang and Kimberly Guo; grandchildren James, Emily, and Benjamin; siblings Young Seok Kang and Young Sun Kim; and mother-in-law Soon D. Choi.
Dr. Kang is preceded in death by his parents Hoon Jo Kang and Young Soon Kim; special West Plains parents Clifford and Martha Garrett; and father-in-law Han Myung Kim.
A private family gathering to celebrate Dr. Kang’s life is planned.
Mary Katherine Palmer, 58, West Plains, Missouri, passed away at 2:33 p.m., Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at Ozarks Medical Center. Arrangements under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Funeral services for Anna Lue Whited Fox, 84, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, April 1, 2023, at the Langston Street Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mrs. Fox passed away at 3:45 a.m., Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at NHC HealthCare.
She was born June 16, 1938, at West Plains, Missouri, to Raymond Thomas Workman and Lue Emma Henry Workman. On June 16, 1956, she was married at Senatobia, Mississippi, to George Alvin (Bud) Whited, who preceded her in death on August 29, 1989. Anna Lue later married Max Fox, who also preceded her in death. Before her retirement, she was a secretary for the West Plains School District. She loved horses and barrel racing. Anna Lue enjoyed jigsaw puzzles and going to yard sales. Mrs. Fox was a member of the Curry Street Church of Christ.
She is survived by one son, Ed Whited and wife, Jane, West Plains, Missouri; three grandchildren, Shane Whited and wife, Cindy, West Plains, Logan Whited, West Plains and Caleb Whited and wife, Cynthia, Springfield, Missouri; two great-grandchildren, Zhilynn and Zahren Whited; and one niece, Kambra Smith and husband, Keith.
Her parents, husbands and two brothers, David Ray Workman and Tommy Joe Workman, preceded her in death.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Friday, at the Langston Street Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Howell Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775
Funeral services for Belva Gene Trebilcock, 87, Caulfield, Missouri, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, April 4, 2023, in the Rose Chapel at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mrs. Trebilcock passed away at 2:45 p.m., Sunday, March 26, 2023, at her home.
She was born April 3, 1935 in Greeley, Colorado, to Earl and Susan Ball. On June 28, 1968, she was married at Denver, Colorado, to Robert Trebilcock. Belva loved to mow her lawn and enjoyed her vegetable and flower gardens. She loved to travel and enjoyed her time on the beach. Mrs. Trebilcock was a member of His Place.
She is survived by her husband, Robert Trebilcock, of the family home; two children, Karen Gruender, West Plains, Missouri and Michael Goure and wife, Annette, Koshkonong, Missouri; twelve grandchildren; twenty-one great-grandchildren; ten great-great-grandchildren; one sister; and one niece.
Her parents, two sons, Larry and Gary Goure and two grandsons, Nathan and Robert Goure, preceded her in death.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Monday, at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be in Oak Lawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
A memorial service for Judy Kay Barnes, 67, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, April 8, 2023, at The First Freewill Baptist Church.
Mrs. Barnes passed away Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at West Plains.
She was born April 6, 1955, at West Plains, to Gerald Griffin and Dorothy Mock Griffin. On July 1, 1973, she was married at West Plains, to Albert Raymond Barnes, who preceded her in death on December 27, 2019. Before her retirement, Mrs. Barnes was a nurse. “I started to say” was her favorite saying. She was a loving wife, loved her kids and grandkids with all of her heart; to her it didn’t matter if there was blood relation or not, you were her family. Judy was adventurous and enjoyed her travels; she loved shopping and knew all of the delivery drivers by name. Mrs. Barnes was a dedicated Christian and was a longtime member of First Freewill Baptist Church.
She is survived by three children, Brian Barnes and wife, Becky, Greg Barnes and Debra Stokes and husband, Alex, all of West Plains; one honorary daughter, Jamie Johnson and husband, Dan; ten grandchildren, Mackenzie Harrison, Trinity Barnes, Mathias Harrison, Joseph Barnes, Tristan Barnes, Keaton Barnes, Elizabeth Donahue and husband, Austin, and Hannah, Abby and Adam Stokes; three great-grandchildren, Kaden and Huxten Harrison and Baby Donahue; one honorary granddaughter, Melody Johnson; two brothers, Steve Griffin and wife, Heidi and Eddie Griffin and wife, Brenda; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Her parents, husband, one honorary grandson, Kaleb Johnson and one brother, Jimmy Griffin, preceded her in death.
Memorial contributions may be made to First Freewill Baptist Church and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Funeral services for Linda Kay Anderson, 63, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, April 3, 2023, in the Rose Chapel at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Linda passed away in the early morning hours of Monday, March 27, 2023, with her family by her side.
She was born on July 21, 1959 in Springfield, Missouri to Kenneth Park Kelley and Patricia Ann Kelley (née Palmer). Linda married Randy Anderson at First General Baptist Church in West Plains on November 17, 1978. She spent many years serving her community as both a real estate agent and appraiser and enjoyed her work. Mrs. Anderson enjoyed spending time with her family, quilting with friends and spoiling her dog, Baby. She was a member of First United Methodist Church of West Plains.
She is survived by her husband, Randy, of the family home; two children Chris Anderson of Ft. Leavenworth, Kansas and Katie Presser and husband, Eric, of Willow Springs; and four grandchildren, Logan and Lily Presser of Willow Springs, Elizabeth Anderson of Warrensburg, Missouri and Jack Anderson of Killeen, Texas.
Her parents, Ken and Pat Kelley, father-in-law and mother-in-law, Edgar and Grace Anderson, and Aunt Kay Gooch, preceded her in death.
Mrs. Anderson will lie in state from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m., Sunday, at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Oak Lawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the ALS Foundation and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Funeral services for Ellen Lorene Baumgardner, 85, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 4, 2023, in the Rose Chapel at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mrs. Baumgardner passed away at 7:35 p.m., Sunday, March 26, 2023, at Ozarks Medical Center.
She was born March 28, 1937, at Koshkonong, Missouri, to Mors Morgan and Martha Romans Morgan. On January 29, 1957, she was married at West Plains, to Shelby Lee Baumgardner, who preceded her in death on January 29, 2010. To their union two children were born, Lynn and Kim. Before her retirement, Ellen worked as a CNA at NHC Healthcare; she loved her work and the residents. Upon retirement, she began baking and quilting for numerous people. In recent years, her family received a handmade gift for Christmas and lots of candy and cakes. Just at the mention of someone expecting a baby, a quilt was being made. Her family will all treasure these. Ellen loved Elvis, John Wayne and the Golden Girls.
She is survived by her daughter, Kim and significant other, Thomas; nine grandchildren, LaDella, Jonathan, Jessica, Kathleen, Jeffery, Tyler, Robin, Kyle and Rodney; nine great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; one sister, Eva and husband, Wayne; one sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Shirley and Elvy; and many nieces and nephews.
Her parents, husband, one son, Lynn and eight siblings preceded her in death.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Monday, at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be at Blue Mound Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to NHC Resident fund or Blue Mound Cemetery and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Funeral services for Dalton Ray Earls, 26, Mountain View, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, March 26, 2023, in the Langston Street Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Dalton passed away at 9:45 a.m., Tuesday, March 21, 2023, at his parent’s home in Pomona, Missouri.
He was born February 16, 1997, at West Plains, Missouri, to Leland Ray Earls and Angela Christine Surface Earls. Dalton graduated in the top ten of the 2015 Willow Springs High School graduating class. He received his Associates and Bachelor’s degrees in nursing from MSU, West Plains. Dalton was currently working on his Master’s degree from Chamberlain University. He loved nursing, and it showed in how he cared for his patients. Dalton enjoyed hunting, going to the river, horseback riding and being with his family and friends. He always enjoyed travelling out west and had big dreams of one day opening his own medical practice in Montana.
He is survived by his parents, Leland and Angela Earls, Pomona, Missouri; four sisters, Kendra Smith and husband, Blake, Pomona, Missouri, Dedra Earls, Pomona, Missouri, Alexa Hocking and husband, David, Pomona, Missouri and Erika Newberry and husband, Keegan, Willow Springs, Missouri; Dalton was the proud uncle of one baby nephew, Wade Smith; his maternal grandparents, Gayle and Edith Surface, Pomona, Missouri; many loving aunts, uncles and cousins; and lots of nursing friends.
His paternal grandparents, Jerry and Shirley Earls and one infant niece, Brooklyn Lexlee Smith preceded him in death.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Saturday, in the Langston Street Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be in Elk Creek Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Elk Creek Cemetery and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Beloved husband and father, Steve Queen, departed this earth March 19, 2023, too young to die.
Steve lived most of his life in Omaha, Nebraska and the last 24 years in The Ozarks. He was a friend to many, known for his mechanical ability. Steve was always willing to lend a helping hand and he continued to do so as he was an organ donor.
He is survived by his wife, Betty Queen; five children, Eric, Angela, Stacia, Deborah and Sean; seven grandchildren; two great-grandsons; and two brothers, Bob and Mike.
His parents and one sister, Barbara, preceded him in death.
A Celebration of Life service will be held April 15, 2023, beginning at 10:00 a.m., at the West Plains Senior Center.
Arrangements under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Funeral services for David Kenneth Holland, 81, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 31, 2023, at First Baptist Church, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Holland passed away at 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 14, 2023, at his home.
He was born August 28, 1941, at West Frankfort, Illinois, to Kenneth Holland and Alta Grace Jones Holland. On August 16, 1997, he was married at West Plains, to Debbie Davis. Mr. Holland was a veteran, having served with the United States Air Force. He loved everything to do with horses and for many years was a member of the Wagon Club. Mr. Holland loved food and enjoyed cooking; many times planning his next meal while eating. He also enjoyed going to auctions. His personality was bigger than life; any who knew him loved him. David was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan. He loved living his life on his little farm. Mr. Holland was a member of First Baptist Church for twenty-five years.
He is survived by his wife, Debbie Holland, of the family home; three children, Terree Funesti, David Holland, Jr., and significant other, Chaz Breedlove, and Joe Holland and wife, Rhonda, all of Kansas City, Missouri; eight grandchildren, Amanda Funesti, Nick Funesti and wife, Kyli, Brendan Funesti, Skyler Holland, Sam Holland, Audrey Holland, Joe Joe Holland, and Grant Jennings; two great-grandchildren, Knox and Halle Funesti; one sister, Janet Johnson of the State of Texas; and several nieces and nephews.
His parents, his first wife, Nancee Coates, one daughter, Tammi Jennings, two brothers, Joe and Sidney Holland; one sister-in-law, Marlene Holland and one son-in-law, Rich Funesti, preceded him in death.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Thursday, March 30, 2023, at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Howell Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Dementia Society of America and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
A memorial service for Bobbie Ann McQuitty, 66, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 24, 2023, at Rescue Church.
Mrs. McQuitty passed away at 2:00 a.m., Saturday, March 18, 2023, at her home.
She was born August 17, 1956, at Baton Rouge, Louisiana, to Robert Bell and Anna Mae Thornton Bell. On November 1, 1973, she was married at Sublette, Kansas, to Gerald McQuitty. Bobbie loved her family and enjoyed crafts and her chickens. She loved going to church and being with her church family at Rescue Church.
She is survived by her husband, Gerald McQuitty; two children, Raleen Closser and Nathan McQuitty and wife, Jolene, all of West Plains; two grandchildren, Brayton McQuitty and Alex Helm; one brother, Bodie Bell and wife, Tannis, Rogers, Arkansas; and two sisters, Sandy Holler, St. Joe, Missouri and Pat Bellard and husband, Al, Church Point, Louisiana; and several nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life service for Richard Walker (Dick) Eakin, 79, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 25, 2023, at the Langston Street Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Eakin passed away at 8:30 a.m., Tuesday, March 14, 2023, at his home.
He was born July 16, 1943, at Nettleton, Arkansas, to Woodrow “Walker” Eakin and Genevee Jane Luna Eakin. On February 22, 1964, he was married to Barbara Jean Montgomery at the General Baptist Church in Willow Springs, Missouri. He was of the Christian faith.
Mr. Eakin was a veteran, having served with the United States Navy from 1961-1965 on the USS Hancock stationed out of Oakland, California. He attended Southwest Missouri State University Residence Center on the GI Bill from 1971 to 1976.
He began a 45-year career at E.A. Martin Machinery Company (Caterpillar)/Fabick CAT of West Plains. He worked as Parts Man, Parts Manager, Store Manager, Product Support Sales Representative, and was Territory Manager at the time of his retirement in 2010.
In 2013, he began serving Senate District 33 as Missouri Senate District Coordinator under former Senator Mike Cunningham and continued on staff with Senator Karla Eslinger until December 2022.
Mr. Eakin was a member of the Greater West Plains Area Chamber of Commerce and board member for South Central Ozark Council of Government (SCOCOG) and South Central Solid Waste Management District.
He began playing golf with his dad at an early age and was a member of the West Plains High School Golf Team. Over the years, he played in many tournaments, and one of the highlights was winning the City of West Plains Golf Championship in 1999. He continued to play and love the game throughout his life, most recently with his Golf Gang at North Terra Golf Course.
He also spent many years camping, boating, and skiing on Norfork Lake with a close-knit group of West Plains families who set up summer residence at Gamaliel, Arkansas.
He and his wife enjoyed trips to Las Vegas, Mexico, Jamaica, and going to Mountain View, Arkansas, music festivals.
He is survived by his wife of fifty-nine years, Barbara, and his beloved Yorkies, Zoey and Sadie, of the family home; children, Melissa Jayne Jett and husband, Mark, Sarah Ann Jolliff and husband, Mark; grandchildren, Dr. Levi Jett and wife, Leslie, and Lauryn Jett of Springfield, Missouri, Joshua Jolliff and significant other, Karleen Blue of Augusta, Georgia, Bailee Jolliff Kelly and husband, Wade, and Tristan Jolliff of West Plains; great grandchildren, Alexia, Keeley, Gavin, and Raylan Jolliff, Lincoln and Madden Jett; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Pat and Johnny Wake of Willow Springs, Missouri; cousin Barbara Alsup; several nieces and nephews; and special friends Mark Collins, County Commissioners, his Golf Gang, and the crew at the Howell County Office Building.
His parents, brothers, Jay and Billy, parents-in-law Reverend Gerald and Flora Lee Smith Montgomery, brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Steve and Phyllis Riley Montgomery, and grandson, Anthony Jolliff, preceded him in death.
Memorial contributions may be to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Funeral services for Samuel Lee Maynard Jr., 55, Pomona, Missouri, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, March 25, 2023, in the Rose Chapel at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Maynard passed away Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at Mercy Hospital, Springfield, Missouri.
He was born March 6, 1968, at West Plains, Missouri, to Sam and Opal Lea Maynard. Sammy graduated from West Plains High School with the Class of 1986. On September 22, 1990, he was united in marriage to Elizabeth Marie Costello. He loved going to auctions and finding good deals. Sammy enjoyed going to the car races, hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family. He helped in need. Sammy was a loving husband, great dad and wonderful person. He was so proud of his family and of course his sweet loving daughter, who he loved helping her remodel her home. Sammy worked at DRS Technologies for thirty-five years where he made a lot of very good friends.
He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Maynard and their daughter, Morgan Marie Maynard; niece, Krista Lair and husband, Heath and their children, Brett, Connor, Mason and Jax; sister-in-law, Robin Jordan; niece, Jenna Wintenberg and husband, Derek and their daughter, Gryffin; mother-in-law, Betty Costello; brother-in-law, Charlie Costello; aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family; his close friends Roger Smith and Robert Ford; and his many co-workers and friends from DRS.
His parents, one sister, Janice Squire, brother-in-law, Danny Squire; one brother, Pete Jordan and father-in-law, Charles Costello, preceded him in death.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Friday, March 24, 2023 at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Howell Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to OMC Cancer Treatment Center and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Graveside services for Violet Virginia May, 80, Pottersville, Missouri, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, March 20, 2023, at Ledbetter Cemetery, under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mrs. May passed away at 7:57 p.m., Monday, March 13, 2023, at her home.
She was born July 19, 1942, at Ashland, Arkansas, to Leroy Moore and Lorene Neal Moore. On August 18, 1959, she was married at Jonesboro, Arkansas, to David Clarence May, who preceded her in death on August 11, 2001. Mrs. May enjoyed her family, grandkids and watching birds.
She is survived by three daughters, Donna May, West Plains, Sherrie Fry and husband, Steven, Pottersville, Missouri and Sharon Burns and husband, Walter, Winona, Missouri; fourteen grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; three sisters, Vonida Mounce, West Plains, Molly Williams, Rockford, Illinois and Carolyn Pyle, Rockford, Illinois; and several nieces and nephews.
Her parents, husband, one daughter, Mary Ann Drumright and three brothers, Pete, Ralph and James Moore, preceded her in death.
The family would like to give a special thank you to Travis at Ozark Healthcare Medical Equipment and Adam and Brandi from Riverways Hospice for their care and support.
Memorial contributions may be made to Ledbetter Cemetery and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.